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Casio QV-R61

Casio QV-R61
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Digital Camera
QV-R61
User’s Guide
K867PCM1DKX
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Table of Contents

Questions and Answers:

Casio QV-R61 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandCasio
ModelQV-R61
CategoryDigital Camera
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Introduction

Unpacking

Check to make sure all items are included with your camera.

Quick Start Guide

First, Charge the Batteries!

Instructions for charging the rechargeable batteries.

Configure Display Language and Clock Settings

Steps to set the camera's display language and clock.

Record an Image

Basic steps to take a picture with the camera.

View a Recorded Image

Procedure to view images stored on the camera.

Delete an Image

Instructions on how to delete images from the camera.

Getting Ready

About This Manual

Information about conventions and terminology used in the manual.

General Guide

Overview of camera components, buttons, and switches.

Monitor Screen Contents

Explanation of indicators and icons on the REC and PLAY mode screens.

Attaching the Strap

Instructions on how to attach the camera strap.

Power Requirements

Details on camera power sources: batteries and AC current.

Charging Batteries

Steps for charging the rechargeable nickel-metal hydride batteries.

Battery Precautions

Important precautions for using and storing batteries.

Basic Image Recording

Recording an Image

Basic procedure for recording a still image.

Aiming the Camera

Guidance on how to hold the camera steady for better images.

Recording Precautions

Important warnings and advice during image recording.

About Auto Focus

Explanation of the auto focus system and its limitations.

Using Zoom

Instructions for using optical and digital zoom features.

Using the Flash

Steps to select and use different flash modes.

Flash Precautions

Important warnings and advice when using the flash.

Using the Self-timer

How to use the self-timer for delayed shots.

Specifying Image Size

How to select the image resolution for recording.

Specifying Image Quality

How to select image quality settings (compression ratio).

Other Recording Functions

Selecting the Focus Mode

Guide to selecting focus modes: Auto, Macro, Infinity, Manual.

Using Auto Focus

Explanation of the auto focus operation and range.

Using the Macro Mode

How to focus on close-up subjects automatically.

Using Manual Focus

Instructions for manually adjusting focus and ranges.

Using Focus Lock

Technique to focus on subjects not in the focus frame.

Exposure Compensation (EV Shift)

How to manually adjust exposure for lighting conditions.

Adjusting White Balance

How to compensate for different lighting types for natural colors.

Configuring the White Balance Setting Manually

Procedure to manually set white balance under specific lighting.

Using the High-speed Continuous Shutter Mode

How to enable continuous shooting.

Using the BESTSHOT Mode

Guide to using preset scene modes for automatic camera setup.

Creating Your Own BESTSHOT Setup

How to save custom camera settings as a BESTSHOT scene.

Combining Shots of Two People into a Single Image (Coupling Shot)

How to combine two images into one, for group shots.

Recording a Subject onto an Existing Background Image (Pre-shot)

Procedure to layer a subject onto a background image.

Recording Images of Business Cards and Documents (Business Shot)

How to automatically correct distorted shapes of documents.

Using the Movie Mode

Instructions for recording movies with the camera.

Using the Histogram

How to display and interpret histograms for exposure analysis.

REC Mode Camera Settings

Overview of configurable settings in REC mode.

Specifying ISO Sensitivity

How to change ISO sensitivity for different lighting conditions.

Selecting the Metering Mode

Guide to choosing metering modes: Multi, Center, Spot.

Using the Filter Function

How to apply color tints to images during recording.

Specifying Outline Sharpness

How to adjust the sharpness of image outlines.

Specifying Color Saturation

How to control the intensity of colors in images.

Specifying Contrast

How to adjust the difference between light and dark areas.

Turning the On-screen Grid On and Off

How to display or hide gridlines for composition.

Turning Image Review On and Off

How to enable or disable post-shot image review.

Using Icon Help

How to display or turn off on-screen icon help text.

Assigning Functions to the [] and [] Keys

Customizing the function of navigation keys.

Specifying Power On Default Settings

How to set default camera settings upon power on.

Resetting the Camera

Procedure to reset all camera settings to factory defaults.

Playback

Basic Playback Operation

How to scroll through and view recorded images.

Zooming the Display Image

How to zoom in on displayed images up to four times.

Resizing an Image

How to change an image to one of three different sizes.

Cropping an Image

How to crop a portion of an enlarged image.

Playing a Movie

Procedure to play back recorded movie files.

Displaying the 9-image View

How to display nine images on the monitor screen simultaneously.

Selecting a Specific Image in the 9-image View

How to select a specific image from the 9-image view.

Displaying the Calendar Screen

How to display a 1-month calendar with thumbnails.

Playing a Slideshow

How to play back images automatically in sequence.

Rotating the Display Image

How to rotate an image 90 degrees and save the orientation.

Using Image Roulette

How to use the image roulette feature for random image selection.

Deleting Files

Deleting a Single File

Procedure for deleting a single image file.

Deleting All Files

Procedure for deleting all files from memory.

File Management

Folders

Information about the camera's folder structure and file naming.

Protecting Files

How to protect files from deletion individually or all at once.

Using the FAVORITE Folder

How to copy and manage images in the FAVORITE folder.

Other Settings

Specifying the File Name Serial Number Generation Method

How to set the method for generating file serial numbers.

Turning the Key Tone On and Off

How to enable or disable the camera's key tones.

Specifying an Image for the Startup Screen

How to set a recorded image as the startup screen.

Configuring Power Down Image Settings

How to set a specific image to display when turning off the camera.

Using the Alarm

How to configure up to three alarms with specified times and images.

Stopping the Alarm

How the alarm functions when the camera is off.

Setting the Clock

How to select Home Time Zone and set date/time.

To select your Home Time zone

Procedure to select the camera's home time zone.

To set the current time and date

How to set the current date and time on the camera.

Changing the Date Format

How to select from three different date display formats.

Using World Time

How to view and configure world time settings.

Changing the Display Language

How to select the display language from ten options.

Changing the USB Port Protocol

How to change the communication protocol for USB connection.

Configuring [ ] (REC) and [ ] (PLAY) Power OnOff Functions

How to configure power on/off behavior for REC/PLAY buttons.

Formatting Built-in Memory

Procedure to delete all data from built-in memory.

Using a Memory Card

To insert a memory card into the camera

Step-by-step guide for inserting an SD or MultiMediaCard.

To remove a memory card from the camera

Procedure for safely removing a memory card.

To format a memory card

How to format a memory card using the camera.

Memory Card Precautions

Important warnings and advice for using memory cards.

Copying Files

How to copy files between built-in memory and a memory card.

Printing Images

Professional Print Service

Using DPOF feature to specify images for professional printing.

Printing with a Computer

Information for Windows users on image transfer and management.

DPOF

Explanation of Digital Print Order Format for printing.

To configure print settings for a single image

How to set print options for individual images.

To configure print settings for all images

How to set print options for all images.

Using PictBridge or USB DIRECT-PRINT

Connecting directly to printers for image printing.

Printing Precautions

Important advice regarding print quality and printer compatibility.

PRINT Image Matching III

Information on how images with PRINT Image Matching data are adjusted.

Exif Print

Explanation of Exif Print for accurate color and shooting data.

Viewing Images on a Computer

Using the Camera with a Windows Computer

General steps for viewing and copying files using Windows.

USB Connection Precautions

Important warnings about USB connection and data transfer.

Operations You Can Perform from Your Computer

List of operations possible via computer connection.

Using a Memory Card to Transfer Images to a Computer

How to transfer images using memory cards and readers.

Memory Data

Explanation of DCF protocol and memory storage.

Memory Folder Structure

Diagram showing the camera's file and folder organization.

Folder and File Contents

Details on the types of folders and files stored on the camera.

Image Files Supported by the Camera

List of image file formats supported by the camera.

Built-in Memory and Memory Card Precautions

Important advice regarding memory card and built-in memory usage.

Using the Camera with a Computer

Using the Album Feature

How to create and view image albums on your computer.

Creating an album

Steps to create a photo album layout.

Selecting an Album Layout

How to choose from 10 different album display layouts.

Configuring Detailed Album Settings

How to adjust album settings like background and image use.

Viewing Album Files

How to view album files using a web browser.

Saving an Album

How to copy the album to your computer's storage.

To delete an album

Procedure for deleting an album from the camera.

Installing Software from the CD-ROM

Instructions for installing bundled software on your computer.

Viewing User Documentation (PDF Files)

How to read user manuals in PDF format.

User Registration

How to register the camera user online.

Appendix

Menu Reference

Lists of menus and settings in REC and PLAY modes.

Indicator Lamp Reference

Explanation of camera indicator lamps and their meanings.

Troubleshooting Guide

Solutions for common camera problems and symptoms.

Display Messages

List and explanation of various messages displayed by the camera.

Specifications

Technical specifications for the digital camera and accessories.

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